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6.3.2.1.8 Power screw drives

To evaluate the design stresses in power screws and nuts, a fatigue and static calculation shall be performed for thematerial used in accordance with 5.6.

The power screw mechanism shall be designed to prevent separation of the lifting carriage from the mechanismduring normal use.

Each power screw shall have a safety nut of equivalent material and size. The safety nut shall only be loaded if theload bearing nut fails. It shall not be possible to raise the lifting carriage from its access position when the safety nutis under load. The power screw shall have higher wear resistance than the nuts.

It shall be possible to inspect the wear of the load bearing nuts without major disassembly.

Power screws shall be fitted with devices at both ends to prevent the load bearing and safety nuts from travellingbeyond either end.

6.3.2.1.9 Rack and pinion drives

To evaluate the design stresses in rack and pinion drives, a fatigue and static calculation shall be performed for thematerial used in accordance with 5.6.

Any driving or safety pinion shall always be engaged with the rack with at least 2/3 of the tooth width and 1/3 of thetooth depth.

Visual examination of the pinions shall be possible with neither the removal of the pinions nor major disassembly of

structural components.

6.4 Manufacture and supply

6.4.1 General

The manufacturer shall ensure that all requirements within the design specification are fully incorporated into thecompleted amusement device, and the quality of the construction meets the design specification. In final approval,this shall be confirmed by a notified body.

6.4.2 Manufacture

6.4.2.1 Personnel

The manufacturer shall ensure that persons engaged in the construction of the amusement devices are competentto carry out the work, and that welders are suitably qualified and accepted according to EN 287-1 (steel) or EN 287-2 (aluminium). Any assembling, modification, adjustment or alteration of parts shall only be done by persons withappropriate experience.

6.4.2.2 Subcontracting and supply

Any safety related materials, parts, assemblies, or components shall be made in accordance with the designspecification and quality requirements of appropriate European Standards or national equivalents, whereapplicable. Such parts shall be clearly marked by manufacturers, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure that theycan be identified. Material certificates or component specifications shall be provided by manufacturers andsuppliers for final approval.

6.4.2.3 Quality assurance - Quality plan

6.4.2.3.1 General

Only suitably qualified persons shall be engaged in the manufacture of amusement devices. Particular attentionshall be paid to the inspection of components and raw material, including consumables, both when manufactured

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in-house and subcontracted. Where the design review or specification (see also 6.5.2 and 5.4) indicates that certainparts are safety critical and has specified certain tests, the manufacturer shall ensure that appropriate preparationsfor initial approval tests are provided. Non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques will be required for certain aspectsof manufacture. The manufacturer shall attain the specified level of quality required for each component of the rideand determine the standard of manufacture necessary to achieve this, in accordance with design specification.

6.4.2.3.2 Quality requirements

As minimum requirements the following standards shall be applied for the different quality assurance processes:

EN 10160, Ultrasonic testing of steel flat product of thickness equal to or greater than 6 mm (reflectionmethod).

EN 10164, Steel products with improved deformation properties perpendicular to the surface of the product;technical delivery conditions.

EN 10204, Metallic products - Types of inspection documents.

6.4.2.3.3 Certificates

Material or component certification according to EN 10204 shall be submitted for at least the following items:

steel for load bearing members;

standard mechanical components, if there is no agreed or general method of calculation.

Hydraulic or pneumatic hoses, cylinders, and rams, hooks, safety hooks, shackles, roller buckles or otheraccessories shall be considered as accepted, if they are marked by the manufacturers, according to existing;standards.

Pressure vessels shall be in accordance with EN 286-1. Any further requirements in European Standards, or in

their absence, in equivalent national standards and regulations, shall be respected.

Ropes, chains etc., shall be supplied with certificates showing at least the guaranteed minimum breaking load, type

and size.

6.4.2.4 Manufacturing process

6.4.2.4.1 General

Manufacturers shall not deviate from the requirements laid down by the designer or the independent inspectionbody. If difficulties in manufacture arise due to circumstances not foreseen by the designer the manufacture shallnot make modifications to alleviate the difficulties without first consulting with and obtaining the agreement of the

designer or the independent inspection body.

6.4.2.4.2 Durability

The designer shall specify the method of protection or frequency of inspection. All components shall be protectedagainst degradation caused by corrosion or rot by an approved method. (For steel see EN ISO 12944 all parts)Where hollow section structural steel is used, internal corrosion is to be avoided.

6.4.2.4.3 Welding

6.4.2.4.3.1 General

The appropriate welding procedure for the material being used shall be approved if it is not covered by a standard.

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6.4.2.4.3.2 Steel

Welding procedures shall be in conformance with EN 288 (all parts), EN 729-2 and EN 729-3 and welders shall beapproved in accordance with EN 287-1.

Welding for amusement devices especially under fatigue conditions shall only be conducted by manufacturers who

are in possession of welding qualifications for fatigue loaded parts according to EN 287 (all parts), EN 288 (allparts) and EN 719, EN 729-2, EN 729-3, EWF 1173, and the additional qualification according to this document(extension of permission for amusement rides for dynamically loaded parts).

Welds subjected to fluctuating stresses, i.e. fatigue conditions, shall be to Quality Category "B" EN ISO 5817.Special investigation and approval shall be done where a change in welding procedure may affect stress andfatigue properties.

6.4.2.4.3.3 Aluminium

Welding procedures shall be in conformance with EN 288 (all parts) and welders shall be approved in accordancewith EN 287-2.

Welding of aluminium parts for amusement devices especially under fatigue conditions shall only be conducted bymanufacturers who are in possession of welding qualification for fatigue loaded parts according to EN 287 (allparts), EN 288 (all parts), EN 719, EN 729-2, EWF 1173 and the additional qualification according to this document(Extension of permission for amusement rides). Welds subjected to fluctuating stresses, i. e. fatigue conditions,shall be to Quality Category "B" EN 30042 Special investigation and approval shall be conducted where a change inwelding procedure may affect stress and fatigue properties.

6.4.2.4.4 Plastic composites

Safety critical load bearing composites (FRP = fibre reinforced plastics) shall only be fabricated by manufacturers

who have the facilities and personnel to maintain the necessary quality.

In all cases adequate information on the particular plastics, additives and reinforcement which are specified in thedesign and are to be used in manufacture shall be obtained from the supplier by material certificates or from testresults. The manufacturing process shall be adequately specified and controlled to ensure consistency of propertiesin the finished article. A permanent record shall be kept of all the essential data concerning the production of loadbearing composites, such as:

material of reinforcement, fibres, additives, resins;

temperature, humidity, environmental conditions;

type of manufacturing process, number of layers, type of fibres etc;

composite samples of each different construction provided for tests.

6.4.2.5 Safety precautions to be taken by the manufacturer

6.4.2.5.1 General

The manufacturer of amusement devices shall include all the safeguarding arrangements such as guardsnecessary for dangerous parts of the machinery, including power units and transmission machinery.

The operator's position shall be arranged so as to ensure easy and safe control of the ride.

The manufacturer shall take into account the need of the operator to have a clear and unobstructed view of allareas of operation. The operator's position shall be provided with safe and easy means of access. The operator's

position shall be adequately illuminated.

NOTE If the correct operation of the amusement devices depends on lighting see for guidance on EN 1837.

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All parts of the amusement device which require maintenance and/or inspection, shall be provided with safe and easy means of

access and a safe working position for maintenance staff.

NOTE Due to the variety of the amusement devices this document cannot go into detail about technical precautions forworking activities. For the assessment of safe working procedures for employees and operators an individual risk assessmentneed to be made to evaluate the detailed technical precautions and solutions. Please refer to 6.1.2 and Annex I for more detailsabout risk assessment and EN 1050 for methods. EN 14122, EN ISO 12100, EN 294 and/or other applicable standards may betaken into consideration within the risk assessment, when possible.

6.4.2.5.2 Electrical installations

The electrical installation and components shall be in accordance with CENELEC standards and the annex of this document.

6.4.3 Supply

6.4.3.1 Manuals

6.4.3.1.1 General

Comprehensive instructions concerning assembly, operation and maintenance shall be provided by the manufacturer. Special

advice or details of special qualifications for personnel shall be given. These instructions shall be written in the language of the

user. These instructions shall be added to the log book. If the device is resold, the manual shall be available in the language of

the new user. The manual shall provide, as a minimum, the instructions stated hereafter.

6.4.3.1.2 Assembly and dismantling instructions

These instructions shall comprise:

specification of the special equipment, tools, material or parts which are to be used for safe assembly or dismantling of the

amusement device;

advice concerning foundation preparation (if permanently fixed);

the sequence of erection to maintain stability;

jacking and packing procedures to facilitate levelling, out of level tolerances, advice on suitable packing and its limitations,

load spreading and any necessary ballasting requirements;

correct methods for connecting electrical systems to the power supply and methods for interconnecting subassemblies, if

appropriate;

torque settings for screws or bolts, critical to the safety of the structure;

schedules of tests and inspection to ensure correct functioning;

earthing details for lightning protection;

plans of the device, showing recommended packing points and details of maximum loads that can be applied at these

points. Any foundation preparations should also be shown on the plan.

6.4.3.1.3 Operating instructions

These instructions shall comprise:

a detailed explanation of the controls and their function;

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recommended passenger access and egress procedures, and any limitations necessary to prevent staticoverload of the device;

the prescribed limiting conditions stating any limitations for passengers (if any), the limits of speed of operation,the cycle time and the maximum numbers of passengers to be carried;

any limitations regarding permissible partial loading or asymmetric loading of the device;

details of the passenger restraint system, and guidance on its use;

emergency evacuation procedures, including evacuation following a power source failure;

any environmental limitations, e. g. conditions of wind, rain, during which the ride should not be operated.

6.4.3.1.4 Maintenance instructions

These instructions shall comprise:

a list of those components requiring regular lubrication, the types of suitable lubricant, and the frequency of

lubrication;

a detailed explanation of the controls and their function with respect to inspection and maintenance;

a list of those components which require regular replacement, giving the periodicity of replacement, preferablyexpressed in service hours;

a list of those components which require regular inspection, the recommended frequency of inspection(preferably expressed in service hours), and the method of inspection e. g. visual, NDT. Safety critical limitedlifetime components shall be specifically addressed;

a list of any specific tests to be carried out;

recommendations concerning electrical testing. They should include the testing of insulation resistance,conductor continuity, protective conductor continuity and proving the effectiveness of residual current circuitbreakers where fitted;

methods for proving the effectiveness of any interlocking circuits or controls;

recommendations regarding electrical maintenance;

safe electrical isolation procedures in accordance with the relevant European Standards.

6.4.3.1.5 Special information

This information shall include:

advice, that parts shall not be replaced without ensuring that they conform with the original specification;

special requirements for the preparation of the device including the method to be adopted for examination;

details of the maintenance, service or repairs which may be conducted by the user or qualified personnel, andthe necessary details.

6.4.3.1.6 Drawings and diagrams

These items shall comprise:

an outline drawing of the device showing the principal dimensions when erected and recommended safeclearance distances for the device when in motion;

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diagrams of all control systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical / electronic) using standardised symbols.

6.5 Initial approval, examination and acceptance - Recommended procedures

6.5.1 General

Where due to national requirements initial approvals, examination and tests need to be carried out, the followingprocedures should be applied:

A clear distinction with no economic interdependence (independent inspection body in accordance with EN 45004)shall be made between designers, engineers, static calculation engineers, and the inspection bodies. As a generalrule all safety relevant design documents as well as the completed amusement device shall be subjected to reviewand inspection. The relevant certificate can only be granted after a successful examination. The results of thevarious examinations shall become an integral part of the log book.

A: Pre-delivery approval procedure

A1 Acceptability of design

A2 Verification of design and calculations

A3 Manufactured product verification of material conformity

manufacturer's procedures in conformity

manufactured assemblies in conformity

A4 Approval test

Inspection body issues or refuses confirmation of approval

B: Periodic examinations

B1 Independent thorough examination

B2 Daily check C: Examination after modification, repair and accidents, see different steps of A.

For further details concerning the different stages see Clause 7 "Operation of Rides and Structures".

6.5.2 Initial approval of amusement devices

6.5.2.1 General

The initial approval of amusement devices shall comprise:

design review (see 6.5.2.2);

inspection of manufacturing process (see 6.5.2.3);

initial examination (see 6.5.2.4).

6.5.2.2 Review of design documents

6.5.2.2.1 General

The design documents shall be reviewed, checked and accepted for:

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completeness;

correctness of all details of calculation;

correctness of all the assumptions with respect to the input values for the static analysis;

consistency with the present and any other applicable standards, guidelines specifications and the approvedstate of the art.

For the review of stress and fatigue analysis which were performed by computer see 5.4.1.

The design documents covering:

hydraulic/pneumatic equipment;

electric/electronic equipment including software;

mechanical/structural equipment

shall be reviewed and accepted.

As a minimum the technical documents shall comprise the items mentioned in 5.1 of this document. For verificationin initial approval the documents submitted shall at a minimum give evidence of the particulars mentionedhereinafter:

6.5.2.2.2 Description of installation and operation procedures

It shall give information concerning the installation and operation of the amusement device.

It shall also describe the stages of complicated installation and operation processes.

It shall indicate the type of amusement device, the main design characteristics, possible varying installations,the main dimensions and the clearance requirements, if exceeding the main dimensions, the boundaryprotection or fencing required, the dimensions of exits and entrances, the working and operating process, themotion systems, operation modes, speeds, accelerations and possible restrictions concerning the use of thedevice.

The function of the hydraulic/pneumatic equipment and its combined effect with the electric system is to bedescribed, unless it is clear from the connection diagram.

The electrical wiring diagram or supplementary descriptions shall clearly show:

type of electric current, nominal voltage, load current, type and load of the voltage transformer, converter or

generator and illumination.

the kind and method of safety measures to prevent indirect and/or accidental contacts.

The safety devices, which are or become effective in exceptional situations (e. g. emergency illumination ormeasures which allow the safe stopping of every movement of the equipment in case of failure of the drive) andmeans of fire protection, shall be sufficiently clearly indicated or described.

6.5.2.2.3 Drawings

Constructional drawings shall depict all structural components and subassemblies whose breakage or failure couldendanger the load bearing capacity, the stability as well as the safe operation of the equipment. The drawings shall

contain all the necessary indications to allow the examination and acceptance, i. e. dimensions, cross-sections,indication of materials specification, structural parts and connecting means, speeds and accelerations. Thedrawings shall be of the following types:

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General drawings in horizontal projection, vertical plan and sectional drawings, in a scale, where all thenecessary details can clearly be seen. The clearance required for the moving parts is to be indicated.

Detailed drawings for all structural components which cannot be clearly recognized in the general drawing, forthe connections and for all structural, mechanical or electrical details, which are relevant for the safe operatingof the device, in a larger scale.

6.5.2.2.4 Analysis

Stress and fatigue analysis of all essential and safety critical components shall be available and shall comprise, asa minimum, analysis and calculation of the following main items:

structural and mechanical parts;

hydraulic and pneumatic parts;

drive units, bearings;

brakes and safety devices.

6.5.2.3 Inspection of manufacturing process

6.5.2.3.1 Description

The inspection for the hereafter stated manufacturing requirements shall be made during the manufacturingprocess. As a general requirement, the compliance of the parts, assemblies, components as well as their assemblyand combined effects within the entire installation with the approved design documents shall be confirmed. Thisshall be covered by a report, which in a responsible manner confirms correctness and suitability of the employedmaterials and correctness of assembly.

6.5.2.3.2 inspection requirements

Inspection shall as a minimum verify:

a) conformity of the main dimensions, clearance distances and dimensions, free (easy) running of moving parts;

b) existence of all constructional components indicated in the construction documents;

c) compliance with the major dimensions of the load-carrying constructional components and their connections.Inaccessible constructional components or component groups are only to be dismantled when there aredoubts concerning the compliance of the dimensions or the correct assembly/mounting;

d) compliance with the weight on which the calculations are based for such parts whose excess weight would

cause the exceeding of the permissible stress on connections or constructional components, or whoseshortage in weight might affect the safety of the equipment as far as lifting-off, sliding or tilting-over areconcerned;

e) conformity of the required certificates concerning material specification and quality, e. g. strength, durability,fire resistance;

f) conformity of the electrical, electronic, hydraulic/pneumatic equipment with wiring and circuit diagramsincluding software and observance of the relevant CENELEC standards and the applicable regulations andstandards;

g) the inspection of bearings, motors, enclosed drive units, switch and control units and similar components isrequired for, and limited only to, such cases where their failure could be dangerous for persons.

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6.5.2.4 Independent initial examination and test

The initial examination and test shall consist of a number of separate examinations and tests which together shouldbe formulated to demonstrate that, at the time and place of the test and examination, the amusement device iscapable of performing to approved design documents. Functional tests concerning the movements unloaded orunder full load are required. Unbalanced load tests are to be made, whereby the load patterns of 5.4.2.1 shall be

used. During the trial run, the following functions and conditions as a minimum shall be checked:

a) clearance envelope of passengers and any moving parts to other objects;

b) correct working of sequential, forced and interlocked control systems;

c) the specified speeds, accelerations and safety relevant weights;

d) the working pressures of hydraulic/pneumatic systems;

e) the setting of inclination control switches, terminal switches and other control switches as well as overloadprotections (e. g. pressure relief valves);

f) the safety devices (e. g. anti-roll back devices for vehicles and on the track);

g) the brakes as to their efficiency and the acceptable deceleration as far as passengers are concerned;

h) the operational performances as far as lifting-off or tilting is concerned;

i) the operation of the ride and the accelerations and decelerations under normal working conditions and in casesof emergency.

6.6 Provisions before supply and use

6.6.1 Log book

6.6.1.1 General

The log book for the respective amusement device, shall clearly identify the device and contain a summary of thetechnical and operational data, history, records of all repairs, modifications, examinations, tests and checks and thedetailed reports thereof, including an excerpt of the design documents which provide information for identificationand inspection, by independent inspection bodies. The log book shall be available as a document on eachinstallation site for maintenance, tests, examinations and checks. All examination reports shall be included byappropriate entries.

6.6.1.2 Content

The log book shall comprise at least the following documents:

description of design and operation of the amusement device;

drawings for the identification of important dimensions of the amusement device;

identification markings;

identification of the manufacturer;

list of owners;

summary and excerpt of the main technical data and documentation;

conditions and requirements for operation and use, i.e. at a minimum:

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speed limits;

general passenger use limitation;

general passenger size / age limitation;

a reference wind velocity specified for the device (see 5.3.3.4);

any snow load restrictions;

any restrictions due to seismic activity;

other restrictions if any;

assembly drawings and pictures showing the important dimensions for inspections and examinations;

summary (main results and abstracts) of the stress analysis showing main forces, masses,wind, packing, any important stress areas, etc. to aid inspections and examinations;

examination and approval reports as well as reports on any other inspections;

basic assembly circuit diagrams for electric, hydraulic or pneumatic components or equipment;

layout drawings of the escape routes and their dimensions with calculated verification for enclosures with morethan 400 occupants. Special instructions for cases of fire.

a listing of the documentation belonging to the amusement device;

reports of regular examinations, tests and inspections;

reports of maintenance carried out;

a list of NDT inspections;

a record of dangerous occurrences and major-injury accidents;

all examination and approval reports as well as reports on any other initial examinations and manufacturingtests and inspections;

a declaration of operation authorisation or permit (if required due to national regulations);

an extension of operation authorisation or permit (if required due to national regulations).

A detailed example of a log book is given in Annex F.

6.6.2 Official technical dossier

6.6.2.1 General

For each amusement device an official dossier shall be established which shall comprise the design documents toprovide detailed information with respect to design, calculation, method of construction, instructions and informationrelating to operation and maintenance and for examinations by independent inspection bodies. The official dossiershall be available for use as a bound and registered documentation wherever national regulations may require it.All initial approval and examination reports shall be included therein.

6.6.2.2 Content

The official technical dossier shall comprise at least the following:

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design and operation descriptions;

design drawings (presentation of the safety important dimensions of the entire facility in an adequate legibleformat and scale);

detail drawings (with the dimensions and the material of all the components and their connections and allsubassemblies in an adequate legible format and scale);

stress analysis including fatigue analysis (comprehensive calculation documents);

risk assessment for the ride when in operation;

examination and approval reports as well as reports on any other inspections;

all circuit diagrams for electric, control and hydraulic or pneumatic components or equipment;

layout drawings of the escape routes and their dimensions with calculated verification for enclosures with morethan 400 occupants. Special instructions for cases of fire;

all certificates for material, components and fire rating;

an operation or instruction manual written in the language of the user and manufacturer covering erection anddismantling, maintenance and operation and a list of all parts requiring periodic replacement;

all initial examination and approval reports as well as reports on any other initial inspections and manufacturingtests and inspections.

6.6.3 Identification marking

Each amusement device shall be fitted with an identification plate showing the following information:

a) name and address of manufacturer and/or importer/supplier;

b) type/model no;

c) manufacturers no;

d) month and year of manufacture;

e) date of initial approval;

f) approval mark/no. of independent inspection body;

g) safe working load/number of persons to be carried.

Enclosures and booths shall be marked with:

1) name and address of manufacturer/supplier/importer;

2) month and year of manufacture.

7 Operation and use of rides and structures

7.1 Introduction

This clause is concerned with giving guidance and rules when installing, building up and pulling down, operating,dismantling, disassembling, handling, maintaining, modifying and inspecting amusement devices and is addressedto controllers, operators, attendants and inspection bodies.

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7.2 Standard documentation

The obligatory documents, which shall be prepared for all amusement devices, are:

a) operating manual (see 6.4.3.1);

b) Log Book (see 6.6.1 and Annex F);

c) Official Technical Dossier (see 6.6.2).

The documents under a) and b) shall be available at each amusement device.

7.3 Requirements for Personnel

The operator of the following types of amusement devices shall be at least 18 years of age:

a) Any passenger carrying device other than a simple, slow moving device designed primarily for children (but see

"c" below).

b) A shooting gallery where hazardous projectiles are used.

c) An enclosed structure being an amusement device which can accommodate more than 30 persons, or onewhich is intended primarily for use by children.

In all other cases, the operator of the device, or an attendant performing a safety-critical function, shall be at least16 years of age. No ride attendants of the device shall be less than the minimum age of employment stipulated bynational law in the country of use.

7.4 Duties of the controller

7.4.1 General

The controller shall:

ensure that the required documentation accompanies the amusement device when being bought or sold. Therequired procedure in accordance with regulations shall be followed (see 7.4.2);

select and train operators and attendants;

build up, and pull down safely (see 7.4.4);

ensure safe operation (see 7.4.6.and 7.4.7) in full compliance with all laws, prescriptions and regulations issuedby local and national authorities;

service, maintain, repair and modify safely (see 7.4.9);

ensure that only amusement devices which have a valid operational permit and are examined and tested byappropriately qualified inspection bodies, are operated (see 6.5 and Annex H);

maintain, keep available and update as required (see 6.6.1 and Annex F) the Operating Manual and Log Book,as well as creating necessary reports.

He shall provide full instructions on the control or communications system including the task of displaying thesignals currently in use in appropriate positions.

The ride controller can delegate any part of his duties, but remains responsible in law.

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7.4.2 Buying and selling

A controller directly importing amusement devices may, under European or national legislation, assume or share thelegal duties of the designer, manufacturer and/or supplier. The equipment shall comply with all legal requirements.Before taking into operation any amusement device the controller shall apply for the necessary operational permitsrequired by national law and shall initiate all examinations which are to be executed by the independent inspection

body.

7.4.3 Selection and training of staff

7.4.3.1 Obtaining suitable and competent staff involves selection, training, monitoring, auditing and keepingrecords. The controller shall select people able to put the safety of the public first, likely to follow proceduresconscientiously and having the maturity and authority to give confidence to the public. Training methods should betailored to the capabilities of those being trained.

7.4.3.2 All staff involved in running an amusement device, depending on their duties, shall receive informationand training on safe working and operating procedures, which covers at least the following:

safe operation and maintenance of the amusement device to be used;

site safety;

procedures for dealing with problems, to include:

people who are misbehaving, etc;

defects and malfunctions of equipment;

incidents;

fire;

adverse weather;

bomb threats and other emergencies.

7.4.3.3 In addition, operators and attendants depending on their duties, shall be provided with suitable andsufficient information and training in the working of their amusement devices, covering:

systems of work for safe operation, including speed limits and any other specific safety measures;

procedures for reporting breakdown, defects or unusual occurrences;

loading and unloading procedures;

passenger restrictions such as height and weight limits or medical conditions;

control of waiting and viewing areas;

use and operation of passenger containment and passenger restraint systems including the checking ofrestraint closure;

emergency stop procedures;

emergency procedures, covering such situations on the ride as power loss and passenger evacuation.

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7.4.4 Build up ad pull down 7.4.4.1

Siting amusement devices

7.4.4.1.1 General

Amusement devices shall be erected in accordance with the locally applicable national requirements. Requiredinspection intervals shall be followed. Where required by the national regulations it may be necessary to report tothe local body with submission of the Log Book. The local body may decide that an installation inspection isnecessary before the device can be taken into service again. The result of any such inspection shall be entered inthe Log Book.

7.4.4.1.2 Standard ground conditions

The ride controller or his representative shall ensure that an amusement device is only sited on ground which issuitable for this purpose in accordance with any guidance given in the Log Book and manual. For example ensurethat the ground:

can safely bear the load of the amusement device. For existing structures e. g. buildings or piers, a detailedexamination and calculation shall be carried out in order to establish permissible loads;

is sufficiently flat, even and stable for the attraction to be built up and used on safely, in accordance with thelog book and manual.

The ground shall be checked at regular intervals after build up , to confirm that there is no deterioration in its loadbearing capacity, especially during adverse weather conditions. Drainage shall be considered.

7.4.4.1.3 Standard conditions for the siting of amusement devices

The controller shall establish the position of underground services or overhead lines which may present hazardsduring the build up or operation of the device, taking advice as necessary from the appropriate authority. Wherethese could be a source of danger to persons employed or to members of the public, all practicable precautionsshall be taken to prevent such danger, either by the provision of adequate and suitably placed barriers or otherwise.

Care shall be taken to ensure that underground services are not struck when poles or pegs are placed in theground or when excavation is undertaken. Service location techniques shall be employed before any such work iscommenced, unless it has been confirmed beforehand that there are no services present.

7.4.4.1.4 Location and clearance

When positioning amusement devices, controllers shall apply the following principles:

The proximity to other fixed or mobile structures or services shall be in accordance with the requirements of6.1.6 and 6.2.

Consideration shall be given to any possibility of dangerous uplift caused by wind.

They shall be arranged so that the public have safe access to each device at entrance, and safe egress at exitpoints, so that there are no bottle necks which could cause dangerous overcrowding in an emergency.

Sufficient clearance shall be provided between and above devices on main access routes, so as to provideaccess for emergency service vehicles, and provide access to fixed fire hydrants even when the public may bebeing evacuated.

There shall be sufficient clearance between adjacent amusement devices, buildings or other occupied areas tominimise the risk of fire spread.

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Where rides cross over or pass through each other, as a minimum the clearance envelopes for each ride (see6.1.6 and 6.2) shall apply. The controllers shall ensure that safety envelopes for both passengers and publicare not compromised.

For coin-operated children's rides, spacing may vary providing the safety envelopes are not thereby

compromised.

7.4.4.2 Transport on site, build up and pull down

7.4.4.2.1 Supervision and personnel

When devices are transported, built up or pulled down on site they shall be under the direct supervision of thecontroller or another person trained or experienced in such work who has been so authorised by the controller.

7.4.4.2.2 Working methods

A safe system of work, which is in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, the Log Book and the OperatingManual, shall be followed during these operations. Controllers shall make themselves familiar with, and follow the

requirements of local and national authorities.

Devices shall be moved so as to minimise the risk of damage to safety-critical components and all loads shall be

properly secured during transit.

Where there is any temporary state of instability or overstress in the device during assembly or dismantling, allpracticable precautions shall be taken by the use of temporary guys, stays, supports and fixings to prevent dangerthrough the collapse of any part of the device.

Temporary provisions for access and working during build up and pull down operations shall be safe.

Before the device is made operational, unauthorised access shall be prevented through openings in platforms andthrough any gaps within the device, which are only intended for access when the device is not in motion or use.

Such openings or gaps shall be provided with covers, be securely fixed in position or equipped with barriers andaccess doors, which are securely fastened.

Upon completion of assembly, all components that are important to the safety of the device, such as structuralelements, connecting parts, securing parts, safety devices, the electrical system and brakes shall be checked toensure that they have been properly installed (see 7.5).

Where necessary there shall be sufficient and suitable lighting to allow work to be conducted in a safe and proper

manner.

All structural members needed to ensure the stability and safety of a device shall be used and correctly fitted.Where it is a design requirement, the whole assembly shall be securely anchored to ensure that it is stable.

Before assembly, all components shall be carefully examined for signs of wear, deformation or other damage.Fastening and securing components shall be used in accordance with the design documents and correctly adjusted,or replaced if necessary. For further explanations and data concerning details of connection see 7.4.5.1. Whereexcessive wear or damage is discovered, such components shall be replaced by components which meet thedesign specification, before continuing with assembly and use. Temporary repairs using unsuitable components shallnot be made (see also 7.4.9.3).

Where required, all components shall be properly lubricated before they are incorporated into the device.

Where rail tracks form part of the device, they shall be properly laid and aligned, so that units run safely and

smoothly over them.

7.4.4.2.3 Public safety

Members of the public shall not be admitted into areas where an amusement device is being built up.

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The controller or the authorised person shall, where necessary, provide means to prevent members of the publicentering work areas e. g. with fences or warnings.

7.4.4.3 Ground packing, stability and anchors

All necessary measures shall be taken during assembly to ensure that the device will be stable when in use.

No device shall be assembled on sloping or uneven ground, unless suitable packing has been incorporated whichallows the device to be used safely.

The device shall be level where necessary and have its load adequately distributed and firmly supported. Itsstability shall be checked frequently.

The number of packing pieces used shall be kept to a minimum. The height of the packing material shall be kept toa minimum and the packing itself shall be stable.

All packing materials incorporated shall be sound and suitable for the purpose, chosen and located in accordancewith the Log Book and manual, so as to prevent slipping and sinking, or dislodgement.

Packing shall be placed directly beneath the load points of the device. If this cannot be achieved a suitablesupporting structure shall be formed which effectively transmits the load of the device safely through the packing tothe ground. Dynamic loads can lead to the loosening of packing and anchorage; consequently, repeated checks ofthe packing and anchors are essential.

If an attraction is equipped with props to support the structure, these props shall be used in accordance with themanufacturer's instructions.

7.4.5 Care of equipment

7.4.5.1 Mechanical equipment

Special attention shall be paid to safety critical components. They shall be carefully checked before the build up.Any parts showing wear outside the limits stated in the manual, breakage, or other damage shall be replaced withparts consistent with the design specification before using the device.

Controllers shall have procedures to ensure that safety-critical components are:

individually identifiable if they look the same but are not interchangeable;

stored so as to minimise deterioration and contamination;

cleaned and lubricated as required by the manual before being incorporated into the structure;

carefully assembled so that they are not damaged;

assembled using correctly used and adjusted fastenings and fixings, in accordance with the designdocuments. In particular:

all pins shall be provided with their safety locknuts and washers, split pins or castellated nuts with splitpins, etc. as defined in the design documents. Split-pins shall be spread effectively;

'R' clips shall be of the right size, in good condition and fitted correctly;

self-locking nuts shall not be used more than the maximum number of times recommended by themanufacturer.

close attention shall also be paid to bolted joints by using tightening torques, dimensions and classes of bolt inaccordance with the requirements of the design documents. Torque wrenches shall be used as required.Components having a "specified operational life" shall be checked to verify their functional safety. If there is

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repeated or unusual damage, the advice of the manufacturer or a competent designer and the confirmation of ainspection body should be sought.

When lifting equipment is used for the build up of heavy components, the manufacturer's instructions shall befollowed so as not to adopt unsuitable lifting methods which might cause damage, and subsequent danger duringoperation. Lifting equipment shall be thoroughly inspected and tested either in accordance with legal requirements for

that equipment or, if it is an integral part of the attraction, to the same standard as the remainder of the attraction.

All mechanical precision fittings shall be built up without inducing abnormal stresses.

Steel wire ropes for erection and dismantling shall be used in accordance with the appropriate standard. Syntheticfibres ropes for erection and dismantling shall be used in accordance with EN 919 and/or EN 701.

7.4.5.2 Hydraulic and pneumatic equipment

Piping, hosing, relief valves, etc. shall not be fitted if damaged.

There shall be no leakage.

7.4.5.3 Electrical/electronic equipment

7.4.5.3.1 The installation shall minimise the risk of injury from electricity. Contact with conductors with voltagesgreater than 50 V a.c. or 120 V (to be checked to existing European Standards) ripple-free d.c, or lower voltages insome extreme circumstances, can cause injury by shock or burns.

7.4.5.3.2 People shall be guarded against touching conductors energised at more than 25 V a.c. or 60 V ripple-free d.c. by using properly insulated cables, connectors and other equipment, protected against stress and damageand placed out of reach or in enclosures.

7.4.5.3.3 Exposed metalwork shall be guarded against becoming live under faulty conditions: for a.c, by a

system of earthed equipotential bonding and automatic disconnection, and for d.c, by isolation from earth. Key

points are:

unless the equipment is double- or all-insulated, the supply shall be connected to exposed metalwork by a

circuit protective conductor;

all metallic structures and parts shall be connected together and to the earth leakage breaker;

suitably rated protective devices, such as fuses and circuit breakers, shall be installed on the supply to ensurethat it disconnects if there is a short circuit, earth fault or overload (see Annex D);

for public or equivalent private power supply, the circuit protective and bonding conductors shall be connected

to the earth, or to earth rods, at the power source.

7.4.5.3.4 Means of cutting off and isolating the supply shall be provided on all live poles for a.c. systems and onboth positive and negative poles for d.c. systems. Devices such as functional switches and electromagneticallyoperated contactors and motor starters used as isolators, which they are not, shall not be used. Means ofpreventing unauthorised energization shall be provided.

7.4.5.3.5 On a.c. systems supplying lighting and socket outlets at over 110 V, residual current devices shall beprovided as supplementary protection.

7.4.5.3.6 Generators shall be positioned to minimise risks from hot surfaces, dangerous parts, overheating andexhaust products. Associated electrical equipment shall be mounted so as to minimise the effects of vibration. Ona.c. generators of more than 5 kVA the neutral (or in 3 phase sets the star point of the windings) shall be connectedto the generator frame and thence to the circuit protective conductor. Where practicable, the frame shall be earthed

with an impedance of less than 20 ohms. The same neutral-to-frame connection shall be made on small a.c.generators if a load cable length exceeds 5 m.

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7.4.5.3.4 Heaters and light fittings shall be placed out of reach in a manner which minimises the risk of fire. Theyshall be securely attached to supports strong enough to withstand winds, protected against rain unless designed forsuch exposure and not carried by cable conductors, unless the cable is designed for that purpose. If the voltageexceeds 25 V a.c, cables, which have been previously used with spiked lamp holders, shall not be used.

7.4.5.3.5 All electrical cabinets or enclosures shall be properly locked to prevent unauthorised access. Where

they are accessible to the public, locking devices shall be used which require a tool to operate. The power supplyand arrangement of light switches shall be protected so as to prevent unauthorised tampering.

7.4.5.3.6 High, isolated, or otherwise vulnerable structures shall be protected against lightning.

7.4.5.3.7 Systems of work shall be used that avoid electrical danger and other consequential danger. Onlypeople who, by training and experience, are competent to work safely on electrical systems shall be used. Beforeexposing or working on, with or near conductors, they shall be made dead and safe. If this is not feasible, as inelectrical testing, adequate precautions shall be taken by using suitable protective equipment, test equipment, toolsand appropriate procedures.

7.4.5.3.8 Routine testing of equipment and checks for deterioration, particularly of plugs, cables and sockets

shall be performed.

7.4.5.4 Liquid and gas fuel systems

The connection of equipment using these fuels shall be in accordance with European Standards or respective

national standards.

Special safety devices which are listed in the Log Book or Operating Manual shall be subject to special care at alltimes.

Special emergency equipment listed in the Log Book or Operating Manual shall be subject to special care at alltimes.

7.4.6 Trial Operations and Checks

7.4.6.1 Taking into use after build up

After the build up, the controller or his nominee shall personally check that the build up of the amusement device iscorrect, using the Log Book and the manufacturer's instructions. He shall also ensure that the device is stable andfirmly in position. A similar check routine shall be carried out where an attraction has been idle for a long period orafter it has been partially dismantled and re-erected. These checks shall be carried out in accordance with thecheck-list of the manufacturer and the Log Book, which shall explain how this post assembly check shall be carriedout and which components in particular shall be checked.

For amusement devices, the controller shall provide means for "locking-off" whereby each member of staff can

assure himself that the device cannot be started until he or she is safe.

Then the nominee and/or the controller shall effect one or more trial runs without any member of the publicaccording to the instructions of the manufacturer, simulating where possible emergency situations to verifyparticularly that control systems, emergency stops, safety equipment and emergency equipment work properly.After these trial runs the amusement device is available to the public or for any other checks which are required.

The controller shall complete a record of these checks and make an appropriate entry into the record book, ifrequired by national law.

Devices not open to the public shall be secured and/or immobilised and steps shall be taken to prevent publicaccess.

The operating procedures shall be available for the operator at the ride.

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7.4.6.2 Daily check and trial run

Each amusement device shall be inspected daily in accordance with the log book and manual or at more frequentintervals when necessary, prior to being made available for use by the public. Such checks shall also be madeduring operation when necessary (e.g. for the wear of brakes, etc.). This shall include an obligatory trial to checkthat safety controls, brakes and other safety and emergency devices, including communications, operate effectively.

The check shall be carried out by the controller, or a person formally authorised on his behalf, following a writtencheck procedure. The person carrying out the check shall be sufficiently trained or experienced in the checkroutines that have to be carried out.

These daily checks collected in a list, derived from the Log Book and manual shall concentrate on the properfunctioning of those components and parts of the device whose failure could result in personal injury. The checksshall include acceptable tolerances, such as out of level limits, air and hydraulic pressures, wear, checks onrestraints and locking systems, structural and mechanical integrity, barriers, guards, walkways, emergency exits,locking devices and securing pins, and the security of hazardous equipment. They shall take into accountinstructions in the Log Book and Operating Manual. Any resulting remedial action shall be recorded. The writtenrecord of daily checks shall be filed in the Log Book; these notes shall be kept for at least three years.

Some of the above may not be relevant for coin-operated children's rides, but the controllers of such devices shall

check at least daily for damage and safe operation.

The device shall not be made available to the public until any adjustments or repairs judged to be necessary as aresult of this inspection have been satisfactorily completed.

7.4.7 Operation

7.4.7.1 Loading and unloading of passengers

Every passenger carrying amusement device shall be loaded in the designated pattern, including a pattern for apartly filled car or device, specified in the Log Book and Operations Manual which shall not exceed therequirements of any notice on passenger loading under 5.3.3.1.2.1.

The ride attendant and operator shall ensure that each passenger is appropriately positioned and that any restraintdevice is effectively fastened in position and tightly adjusted to the body. He shall also check that no passengerunsuitable for the restraint or seat due to his size, body shape or other factors, is placed in the ride, as required bythe Log Book and manual. This shall be done before either starting the ride cycle, or before giving any signal orform of indication that the ride cycle may be started. Where the operator does not have a clear view of all loading orunloading points, there shall be a clear and unambiguous means whereby the operator can establish withattendants whether it is safe to start.

Passengers shall be excluded from using any part of a device where the equipment for containment or restraint isdefective.

Clear instructions shall be given to passengers on their conduct during the ride.

The ride cycle shall not be started until it has been established that no persons in the vicinity are in positions ofdanger from the motion of the device.

The controller of an amusement device shall review regularly the efficiency and adequacy of safety arrangementsprovided in the light of experience or changing circumstances, and where appropriate, shall modify or improve thearrangements in use. He shall not modify safety devices or safety procedures without consulting the manufactureror designer.

Where there is a possibility that passengers on an amusement device may become stranded away from thedisembarkation point, instructions shall be prepared which detail the arrangements for conveying them safely andwithout undue delay to a place of safety, preferably in the unit in which they are travelling. In the case of a dark ride,the instructions shall detail arrangements for conveying passengers to the exit. The arrangements shall be suitable

for all persons allowed to use the device, and shall be known and understood by the ride operator and the rideattendant working on the device.

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Areas on or near devices where it is not safe for persons to stand, shall either be fenced off or be clearly indicated, and so far

as is reasonably practicable, members of the public shall be prevented from encroaching upon them.

7.4.7.2 During operating cycle

Any passenger carrying amusement device, except one specifically designed for unattended use, shall be under direct

surveillance by a ride operator at all times when it is available for use by the public. The operator shall be capable of working thedevice competently in a safe manner with due regard for passenger safety and shall be in control throughout the operating

cycle. The number of attendants required to operate it safely shall be on duty. No operator shall be in charge of more than one

operating passenger-carrying amusement device at any one time.

The device shall be used within the speed restrictions specified in the Log Book, Operations Manual or by an inspection body.

Amusement devices shall not be operated in adverse weather conditions which may affect the operational conditions, the

stability of the devices or the safety of persons (consider the provisions stated in the manual regarding changing weather

conditions). Particular regard shall be given to the extreme conditions which may be caused by gusting winds and the increased

wind forces that can be created by the tunneling effect of adjacent structures. If required, appropriate wind measuring devices

shall be used. Fares shall not be taken on rapidly moving rides, if to do so would pose a perceptible risk to passengers or staff.

On other rides, fares shall only be taken if the passengers do not have to steer the car themselves, hold on to children or hold

on to a fitment as part of the system of containment.

7.4.7.3 Supervision of public

Reasonable steps, including stopping the device if necessary, shall be taken to prevent passengers intentionally misusing

equipment provided for their safety, behaving recklessly, or disregarding clear and reasonable instructions.

Where it is foreseeable that certain passengers, by virtue of their physical characteristics or otherwise, may be at risk on certain

passenger carrying amusement devices, they shall not be allowed to ride, unless sufficient additional protection can be given to

them (see 6.6.1.2). Exclusion on the grounds of health and safety is not discrimination.

The number of people allowed on access platforms and grandstands shall only be as many as the number specified in the Log

Book and in any case shall only be as many as will ensure safe operation. Rescue paths shall be kept unobstructed. Ifnecessary, the platforms shall be cleared before cars and gondolas are set in motion. If parts of a ride or passengers swing out

less than 2,5 m above the ground, access to this areas shall be fenced off.

Where appropriate, safe areas shall be provided for the public to wait, controlled by such means as queuing rails, gates and

additional supervision.

On dark rides, emergency exit routes shall be provided, be kept clear of obstructions and have good emergency lighting. Risks

from tripping or falling shall be minimised, particularly where the emergency routes cross or run alongside rail tracks.

For rides with rail tracks, crossing places for the public shall be clearly marked and measures taken to prevent trips and falls.

7.4.7.4 Instructions to public

Legible signs or notices in the appropriate language shall be prominently displayed, clearly and simply stating any limitations as

to who has to be excluded from being carried on the device. If required, in the Log Book or manual for this type of device, the

following legible notices shall be displayed.

This amusement device is not for the use of:

passengers with pacemakers;

passengers with heart disease;

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pregnant women;

passengers with any medical conditions which could be aggravated by the use of the ride.

The permissible number of persons per unit (e. g. per gondola) shall be indicated by means of a notice or placard.

If, due to design assumptions (clearance envelopes, passenger containment etc) and in reference to 5.3.3.1.2.1,the amusement device is designed only for use by persons under the height of 140 cm (which is equivalent to anage of 10 years or under), then suitable notices shall be displayed.

If required in the Log Book, the following legible notices, indicating the conditions listed below, shall be displayed ateach device in operation:

minimum age or minimum or maximum height of users;

carrying of sharp or bulky items (sticks, umbrellas, etc.) or animals is not permitted;

the danger of trailing scarves or long hair;

maintenance of the intended passenger position (i. e. do not lean out, stretch out arms or legs or stand upduring operation);

no smoking;

persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not permitted;

sitting, kneeling and standing on railings and side walls is not permitted;

hopping on or off is not permitted during the ride.

The following notice shall be displayed on platforms and grandstands:

swaying together with linked arms and rhythmic stamping is not permitted.

Ride attendants and operators shall, so far as they can reasonably do so, see that such exclusions are enforced.

Effective means by which the operator can communicate with the public shall be provided. Such means shall becapable of giving additional visual or audible signals, particularly for emergency situations. They shall be kept inworking order and tested daily before the amusement device is operated.

For standardised signs see ISO 7001.

7.4.7.5 Out of operation

The main switch and all other switches shall be switched off and the start key shall be removed. Unauthorizedaccess to the operator cabin shall be prevented, by keeping it securely locked.

7.4.8 Special duties for the supervision of the operation

7.4.8.1 Rides

7.4.8.1.1 General

The number of people allowed on the access platforms shall only be as many as permit safe operation. If it is safeto do so, the platforms shall be cleared before cars or gondolas are set into motion. If the cars or gondolas stop for

unloading and loading, measures shall be taken to ensure that they are not restarted until all the passengers havetaken their places, the specified passenger restraints have been fastened and the loading area has been cleared.

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In the case of rides fitted with seats, standing or kneeling during the ride in cars or gondolas is forbidden; if this

requirement is not observed, operation shall be stopped if necessary.

In rides with individual seats they shall be occupied by only one person. When seating the passenger therequirements expressed in the Log Book shall be followed. As a deviation from this, seats for two adults may beoccupied by a maximum of three children if the division of the seats, the required passenger restraint systems and

operating procedure justify this. Rides exclusively for use by children shall only be used by children.

7.4.8.1.2 Roller coasters

Trains of cars shall not start from the loading and unloading area until the passengers have taken their seats in thespecified manner and the specified passenger restraint devices have been fastened. The distance between thetrains shall be arranged so that all the trains can come to a stop in good time in the event of a fault.

The mechanical and structural components shall be monitored regularly during operation to verify that they have nodefects. If necessary, the ride shall be shut down for corrective action.

Operation shall be stopped in the event of a storm, poor visibility or adverse weather conditions should they preventsafe stopping of the car by means of the brakes and proper travel over the track.

7.4.8.1.3 Dark rides

For dark rides where parts of the track are exposed to the weather, the last paragraph of 7.4.8.1.2 shall also be

observed.

In the case of multi-storey dark rides where there is more than one car on the track, the attendant or operator shallensure that the ride is stopped immediately in the event of a fault, in accordance with predetermined safetyoperating procedures set out in the manual.

7.4.8.1.4 Dodgem cars, speedways, boat and water rides

Only vehicles with the same type of drive shall be used at the same time.

The operator shall have one location with a good overview from which to monitor the whole driving area, givesignals and operate the loudspeaker. If it is not possible to observe all critical driving areas, a further attendant shalloversee this part of the driving area and be able to communicate with the operator. Technical monitoring aids suchas cameras (CCTV) are permitted.

The beginning and end of the ride cycle shall be indicated by a signal except when the loading or unloading ofpassengers takes place next to the operator or when the vehicles do not stop.

Operation shall only be continued for as long as the driving area has adequate grip on its surface.

Passengers shall only be permitted to get into combustion-engined vehicles on the driving area if all the cars are at

a standstill.

Reversing is not allowed. Notices to this effect shall be displayed. It is only permitted if expressly requested by theoperator or attendant. This paragraph is not applicable to dodgem cars.

Combustion-engine vehicles leaking oil or fuel shall be removed from the driving area immediately and spillagescleared up. The vehicles shall not be refilled with oil or fuel when standing on the driving area.

All practicable measures shall be taken in the operation of dodgem cars in the interest of avoidance of injuries. Dirtand extraneous material (e. g. scrap metal) shall be cleaned away from the driving area before the beginning ofoperation, if necessary also in the intervals. Any rust resulting from wear of the zinc layer shall be removed from thecurrent supply net. Damage shall be repaired. The condition of the current collectors shall be checked daily andany defects eliminated. The contact brushes of the cars shall be cleaned daily.

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7.4.8.1.5 Swings

There shall be at least one attendant for a maximum of 6 adjacent gondolas (boats). Loop-the-loop swings not powered by a

motor where the passengers' heads are pointing downwards for a short time shall only be used by one person per gondola.

7.4.8.1.6 Roundabouts with horizontal and/or vertical movements

In the case of boom-type roundabouts where the vertical movements of the booms are controlled by the users, the switching

devices for the upward travel of the gondolas and the centre structure shall not be capable of being shifted to "lift" until the

rotation gears have started up. Regarding the end of the ride, these switching devices shall be adjusted to "lower" in proper time

so that all the gondolas and the central structure are already at their lowest point before the rotating gears stop.

In roundabouts where the seats or standing points are lifted or tilted and the passengers have to hold on tight because of the

centrifugal forces, the lifting or tilting shall not be started until the specified speed has been reached. Lowering shall be

completed before the speed has dropped below the specified level.

In case of chair-o-planes, care shall be taken to ensure that the passengers do not swing, collide, rotate the seat or lean out too

far. If any of this happens, operation shall be stopped.

Each seat shall be occupied by only one person.

For vehicle roundabouts intended for use by children also, the operator or attendants shall be present around the periphery so

that they can act immediately at any sign of danger.

7.4.8.1.7 Ferris wheels

The gondolas shall be occupied in such a way that the wheel is loaded uniformly.

When loading and unloading, free-swinging or free-rotating gondolas they shall be held by the attendants until the passengers

are safely accommodated or disembarked.

7.4.8.2 Side shows and fun houses

7.4.8.2.1 General

The following legible notice shall be displayed:

No smoking

Attendants and operators shall ensure that existing restrictions of use are adhered to.

7.4.8.2.2 Steep wall, globes etc.

In the spectator area of steep wall tracks, globes and similar installations, attendants shall be present to ensure that nobodyreaches inside the steep wall tracks or globes (performance area) or throws objects into it.

Visitors shall not participate in the performance nor stand in the performance area during the performance.

7.4.8.2.3 Turntables

Turntables shall be checked to ensure that there are no defects before the start of the operation and regularly during the

operation. If necessary the operation shall be stopped. Damaged areas shall be repaired immediately.

During operation, the edges shall be kept free from people. Users who have slipped off the turntable shall be requested to leave

the sliding area between the turntable and edge immediately.

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People wearing shoes with metal fittings or high heels shall be excluded. Animals, umbrellas, sticks and other bulky or sharp

objects shall not be taken onto turntables.

7.4.8.2.4 Slides

Slides shall be checked to see that there are no defects before the start of the operation and regularly during the operation.

Damaged areas shall be repaired immediately.

Attendants shall be clearly identifiable as such to the users in their care.

Users shall use the slides only with suitable mats underneath them.

People wearing shoes with metal fittings or high heels shall be excluded.

Animals, umbrellas, sticks and other bulky or sharp objects shall not be taken onto the slides.

Children under 8 years of age shall always, as well as other users on request be accompanied on the conveying carpet by an

attendant. There shall be a notice to this effect at the beginning of the carpet. At the end of the carpet and at the end of the

slide, there shall be a sufficient number of attendants to help approaching users. Attendants shall be positioned at the beginning

of the carpet and the beginning of the slide to ensure that the rules are followed and, particularly that adequate distances aremaintained.

7.4.8.2.5 Hippodromes

Saddling, re-saddling, mounting and dismounting shall be supervised by attendants. The attendants shall also ensure that the

animals do not leave the riding track.

7.4.8.2.6 Rotors

In the performance area, the floor shall not be lowered until the speed specified in the Log Book has been reached.

The floor shall not be raised until the rotor has come to a standstill and the passengers have left the wall.

In the spectators' area, attendants shall ensure that nobody reaches into the performance area or throws objects into it.

7.4.8.2.7 Mazes, halls of mirrors etc.

Animals, umbrellas, sticks and other bulky or sharp objects shall not be carried.

7.4.8.2.8 Hammers

The area to be fenced off as specified in 6.2.5.3 shall be kept free of spectators during the action.

An attendant shall ensure that the operation is carried out correctly and the area shall be clear at all times.

Only commercially available caps shall be used as explosive devices.

7.4.8.2.9 Win-a-prize and sales stands

These shall be set up in such a way that the operation is carried out in an orderly fashion and the area shall be clear at all times.

Loose packing material shall be stored away from the pathways so that there is no risk of fire.

7.4.8.2.10 Shooting galleries

The shooter shall be informed by means of a notice that the shot shall be fired at right angles to the target not obliquely and not

until everybody, particularly the attendant, is in a safe position.

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The attendants shall:

not allow shooters unsafe behaviour;

generally not allow more than two people to shoot per attendant, with children only one;

not load the weapon until the shooter has reached his shooting position;

the muzzle shall be directed away from the shooter and be pointed upwards when handing over the weapon;

operate the device described in paragraph 2 of indent 1 of 6.2.7.3 if misuse of the weapon is recognisable;

unload and release the tension of loaded weapons that are not going to be fired immediately; weapons asdescribed in paragraph 2 of indent 1 of 6.2.7.3 shall be made safe by means of the device described;

jamming of the loading or shooting mechanisms or jammed bullets shall be freed immediately; if this is notpossible, the weapons shall be locked securely away;

during the shooting gallery operation, bullets and ammunition shall be kept safe so that unauthorised access tothem is not possible;

man the shooting counter area throughout the shooting operation.

The operator shall ensure that the weapons, bullets or ammunition are locked securely away after the end of the

operation.

7.4.8.3 Platforms and grandstands

The number of people allowed on the stage and grandstands shall not exceed the number of places specified in the

Log Book.

Emergency paths shall be kept unobstructed.

7.4.9 Maintenance, repair and modifications

7.4.9.1 General

Whether contracted out or not, all maintenance work on an amusement device shall be carried out by, or under thedirect supervision of, persons trained or experienced in the maintenance procedures appropriate to that device.These procedures shall include preventive maintenance and component monitoring, taking into account anyinstructions from, or consultation with, the manufacturer of the amusement device and the independent inspectionbody. All guards, fences, equipment enclosures and access doors, which are removed for servicing or maintenance

purposes, shall be replaced and effectively secured in position before the device is set in motion.

7.4.9.2 Servicing

The servicing intervals recommended by the manufacturer shall not be exceeded, unless any extension in theperiod has been agreed and approved either with the manufacturer in writing or with the approval of theindependent inspection body.

The frequencies at which servicing is carried out shall be in compliance with manufacturer's recommendations.Servicing recommendations shall deal with all components that have to be checked, tested, lubricated, adjusted orreplaced at specified intervals.

Where necessary these recommendations shall cover:

diagrams of the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, safety and security systems;

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instructions concerning the actions to be taken when checking, testing, lubricating, adjusting or replacing, anddismantling or assembling of components;

specifications of the required condition of the parts in question, and permitted deviations;

specifications of the component materials;

specifications of lubricants to be used;

the intervals at which the various checks and servicing work shall be carried out.

The ride controller shall ensure that replacement parts fitted during servicing operations are of the correctspecification. If it becomes necessary to use replacement parts which are different from those specified by themanufacturer the ride controller shall treat these changes as a modification and take action as detailed in the7.4.8.4.

7.4.9.3 Repair

The repair of damaged parts shall be carried out with caution, as this could lead to a departure from the approvedoriginal design. For example, the stiffening or strengthening of one component can produce higher stresses inadjacent components which, in turn, fail. Welding shall follow the provisions in standards EN 288 (all parts), EN 729(all parts), etc. Welding may be a safety-critical modification, requiring approval by the manufacturer and inspectionbody. A welder shall follow the appropriate European Standards and shall be qualified to EN 1418 (see 6.4.2.4.3)and shall use the correct materials and techniques. Changes of this kind shall be regarded as modifications anddealt with in the manner specified below.

7.4.9.4 Modifications

Any modification to:

structures and mechanical parts;

safety critical components;

emergency equipment;

performances

shall only be carried out after consultation with the manufacturer and the independent inspection body. All work

relative to the containment of passengers shall be considered as being safety-critical.

If it is decided, following such consultation, that such a modification is acceptable, the proposal for the modificationshall be agreed in writing by an independent inspection body, and appropriate quality surveillance shall ensure that

the modification is carried out in accordance with the approved and verified proposal. Following any suchmodification, those parts of the device involved, shall be subjected to further thorough examination by anindependent inspection body before the device is taken back into use (see also 7.7.3). The approveddocumentation shall be included in the Log Book and be up-dated by the independent inspection body.

Even apparently insignificant modifications may lead to the accelerated failure of the components of a device, andusing a device outside the manufacturer's specification or the normal environment for which it was designed, is asafety-critical modification.

The examination report concerning a repair or modification shall be included in the Log Book.

7.5 Duties of the amusement device operator

Every amusement device shall be under the immediate control of an operator throughout the ride cycle, and at alltimes when it is available for use to members of the public.

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Before opening to the public, the operator shall ensure that he thoroughly understands the operating instructionsand emergency procedures. The device shall be operated in compliance with these procedures.

Every operator shall carry out his duties in accordance with instructions given to him and with due regard to thesafety of members of the public, others working with him and of himself.

The operator shall ensure that guards provided for dangerous parts of machinery, power units and transmissionmachinery are in position before opening to the public, and are maintained in position, whenever the device is inmotion or in use.

When in use by the public, no person other than the operator, or trainee or attendant under his direct supervision,shall handle or interfere with the operation of the device.

The operator shall not operate the device slower or faster than the speed range specified in the Log Book and/orOperating Manual. Where there is a particular requirement to load passengers into a partly filled car or device in aparticular pattern, the operator in charge of the device shall ensure that this loading is correctly carried out.

The operator shall monitor the integrity of the mechanical assembly during operation. Deficiencies or defects, whichcan result in a dangerous situation for the passenger, shall be resolved immediately. The operation shall be ceased

and notice shall be given to the controller. Repair work that can endanger passengers is not allowed duringoperation.

The operator shall take all reasonably practicable measures to enforce the rules for passengers set by thecontroller, e. g. size restrictions, prohibition of loose personal possessions or wearing loose clothing. He shallexclude members of the public when he considers that they are incapable of using the device safely, e. g., becauseof their health, or their behaviour.

Before starting the ride cycle, or giving any signal or form of indication that the ride cycle may be started, theoperator shall ensure that:

all passengers are safely contained in the correct position, with any passenger restraint correctly fitted, properlyadjusted and, if applicable, safely locked;

passengers have been excluded from any part of the device where the equipment for containment or restraint isdefective;

passengers have been told all they need to know to ride safely;

no spectator or member of staff is in a dangerous position. Where there is no clear view of all loading orunloading points, positive signals shall be used to check that it is safe to start. Smoke, lighting or other effects

shall not be allowed to block the view;

attendants clearly understand each signal;

passengers remain safely contained and that no spectators are in positions of danger from the ride motion. Whereappropriate, the public address system shall be used to give warnings. If anyone appears to be in danger, the rideshall be stopped, when and if it is safe to do so, or made safe as soon as possible.

The operator shall not take fares, or allow his attendants to take fares, on rides that are moving rapidly if to do sowould endanger himself, his attendants, or the public. On other rides, fares shall only be taken if the passengers donot have to steer the car themselves, or do not have to hold on to children or to hold on to a fitment as part of thesystem of safe containment. He shall neither ride a device in a precarious position, nor jump on or off incircumstances where it would be dangerous.

The amusement device operator shall ensure that the ride attendant carries out his duties in a safe manner.

The operator shall immobilise the device and take steps to prevent access to it by members of the public at times

when the device is not intended for public use.

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Every ride attendant shall carry out his duties in accordance with the instructions given to him and with due regardto the safety of members of the public, of others working with him and of himself.

The attendant shall follow the operator's or controller's instructions concerning the loading of passenger carryingdevices and the control of spectators. For instance, he shall:

load cars in the stipulated pattern, with largest/smallest passengers in the correct position;

correctly balance passenger carrying devices;

exclude passengers who may be physically unsuitable;

take all reasonable measures to exclude those whose behaviour suggests they may not be able to ride safely;

not allow passengers to use any part of the ride where the passenger containment system is defective;

ensure that all passengers are safely and correctly contained and restrained in correct position, thatpassengers have been given any information needed for them to ride safely and that no spectators are in

places of danger before indicating to the operator, by the agreed positive signal, that the ride is ready to start.

The attendant shall not ride in a device in a precarious position, nor jump on or off in circumstances where it wouldbe dangerous. He shall not take fares on rides that are moving rapidly, if to do so would endanger himself or thepublic. On other rides, fares shall only be taken if the passengers do not have to steer the car themselves, do nothave to hold on to children or do not have to hold on to a fitment as part of the system of safe containment.

During the ride cycle, the attendant shall continually and vigilantly look to see whether passengers stay safelycontained and whether spectators move into places of danger. He shall neither encourage passengers to adoptunsafe positions nor to do anything else which could be unsafe. If he sees any person at risk of falling, beingejected, or coming into unintentional contact with part of the ride, he shall tell or signal to the operator immediately.

The attendant shall ensure that people leave safely when the ride finishes.

7.7 Independent examinations

7.7.1 Independent thorough examination

7.7.1.1 General

Every amusement device in use, together with all its ancillary parts, shall be thoroughly examined, at intervalswhich are specified in 7.7.5, by an independent inspection body. In the particular case of devices which are used ona seasonal basis, this thorough examination should be carried out where practicable before the beginning of eachseason, but in any case before the expiry of the examination report as documented in the Log Book.

7.7.1.2 Examination strategy

Minimum requirements for a thorough examination:

The Log Book shall be obtained from the owner to identify the critical components and recommended examinationmethod.

The following steps should be carried out:

examine the amusement device to establish, by experience and with reference to drawings and otherdocuments, whether it appears to be complete, unmodified and correctly erected;

identify those parts and components of the amusement device which are essential to the safe operation of theride;

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enquire of the owner/controller as to whether these components showed wear, damage or other irregularities,critical to the safe operation of the ride;

expose the chosen critical components and carry out a visual examination, with disassembly where required bythe log book or operating manual; where irregularities are suspected disassembly may be required;

check any components for signs of excessive wear, internal or external corrosion or cracking, if the results fromthe above tests indicate a problem;

where, in the opinion of the expert, visual examination is not adequate, non destructive testing shall be carriedout either before the next operation period or following a larger time interval;

examine any timber sections for signs of damaged or missing paint. Check whether moisture is present,particularly where it may be trapped, prevented from running away or in foundations. Ascertain areas of rottentimber;

check timber joints where nails or bolts may have corroded, allowing the timbers to fret thus making the jointineffective;

check for cracked, damaged or missing timbers which may impair the load carrying capacity of the structure;

check for leaks in any hydraulic or pneumatic components used to elevate or support any sections of the rideand check that the pressures are within the design specification. Check the settings of safety valves, pressurerelief valves, pressure control valves and check flexible pipes for signs of damage;

check the correct functioning and state of all passenger restraints and their locking systems;

examine and test the electrical installation according to EN 60204-1 and other applicable standards;

observe such operational testing as is considered to be appropriate;

when satisfied that the ride is correctly erected and in good condition request the ride to be operated unloadedat the maximum permissible speeds of rotation, elevation or other configuration, recorded in the Log Book atthe time of the initial or last examination;

observe the run and

if all appears to be satisfactory, sign and issue the report on thorough examination and enter a record of thetest and independent thorough examination in the Log Book.

7.7.1.3 Visual examination

Any visual examination may need to be supplemented by non-destructive testing at the discretion of theindependent inspection body.

The ride structure should be observed for deformities, i. e. buckled, bent or dented members, loose or missing

parts or cracks.

Structural members should be examined for deterioration, such as, rusting of steel, rotting of wood/plywood,delamination or tearing of fibre reinforced composites, or degradation of textile membranes.

Passenger restraint devices should be closely examined for wear, correct adjustment, correct operation andanchorage.

Critical welds, bolts, pins and joints, should be closely examined for evidence of cracks or excessiv